spring
Come SPRING, you’ll find St. Patrick’s Day
parades, film festivals, stunning blossoms in the
parks, spacious beaches, and a calendar full of
top-name performers and electrifying plays.
winter
Looking to beat the WINTER blahs? Lace
up your skates and grab the kids for a spin
across a frozen lake. Plan a girlfriends’
getaway replete with theater, shopping and
dining. Escape to a spa and yoga weekend
to just relax and breathe. Experience holiday
shopping and celebrations in unique
downtown centers. Feeling romantic?
Valentine’s Day in a Victorian B&B or a sleek
and sophisticated hotel will be a memorable
treat for just the two of you.
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fall
Just as the FALL foliage is starting to blaze
with color, Ocean County’s vibrant arts scene
is heating up. Fall is a perfect time to enjoy
winery tours, bike rides, hikes and fall festivals.
Bring the kids pumpkin or apple picking and
throw in a stop at a hands-on museum, historic
site or environmental center for an American
history lesson in farming and a maritime region
that was bustling well before the American
Revolution.
summer
GEOGRAPHY
& CLIMATE
Whether it’s warm or cool, you’ll find lots of gloriously sunny
days throughout the year at the Jersey Shore. Most outdoor
events continue rain or shine so bring plenty of sunblock
and an umbrella. Locals know that the ocean puts on a
spectacular show when the weather is stormy, so find a
beachfront restaurant or other dry spot and enjoy the view.
discover...
The SUMMER excitement starts before
Memorial Day and extends way past
Labor Day with fun-filled beaches,
fireworks, bonfires, outdoor cafes,
pick-your-own farms, world-class
surfing and lip-smackin’ good eats
at food and entertainment festivals.
Photo by B. Cuthbert
Photo by S. Kern
Photo by B. Cuthbert
